أغاف
Agave
Agave spp.
SucculentSmall (up to 40 cm)May cause mild upset
Thick blue-grey leaves in a symmetrical rosette.
Varieties
- Americana
- Attenuata (soft, spineless)
- Blue Glow
- Light
- Direct sun
- Water
- Low water (every 2–4 weeks)
- Humidity
- Low humidity
- Care level
- Easy
Riyadh tip
Thrives in Riyadh conditions; water once a month indoors.
Best rooms
Good gift for
Pet safety
CatsMay cause mild upset
DogsMay cause mild upset
Sap can irritate the mouth and skin; the sharp spines are the bigger risk. Keep spiny types away from pets and children.
Source: the ASPCA list of toxic and non-toxic plants. If a pet swallows any plant, contact a veterinarian immediately.
Pairs well with
Architectural rosette for a sunny window or balcony; choose the spineless Attenuata for homes with children.
Large (90–150 cm)يوكا
Yucca
Yucca gigantea (syn. Y. elephantipes)
- Direct sun
- Low water (every 2–4 weeks)
- Easy
Toxic to cats and dogs
Small (up to 40 cm)الألوفيرا (الصبار)
Aloe Vera
Aloe barbadensis miller
- Direct sun
- Low water (every 2–4 weeks)
- Easy
Toxic to cats and dogs
Medium (40–90 cm)نخيل ذيل الحصان (بوكارنيا)
Ponytail Palm
Beaucarnea recurvata
- Bright indirect light
- Low water (every 2–4 weeks)
- Easy
Pet safe
Large (90–150 cm)عصفور الجنة (ستريليتزيا ريجيني)
Bird of Paradise (Orange)
Strelitzia reginae
- Direct sun
- Medium water (every 1–2 weeks)
- Medium
May cause mild upset